OC School Districts, College District School Bond Measures – Orange County Register

Nine school districts and a community college district in Orange County are looking for residents to help pay for new school projects, such as building new facilities, introducing new technology or making school campuses safer.

In early voting results released Tuesday evening shortly after polls closed, all measures except Rancho Santiago Community College District Measure G were successful. Each requires a 55% majority to pass.

Overall, Orange County voters will decide whether to approve a total of $2.184 billion in school bonds for local school districts and the community college district. Funds are raised through local property taxes and cannot be used to pay teacher salaries or textbooks.

LIVE ELECTION RESULTS: See the latest vote count chart.

Rancho Santiago Community College District Measure G

Early results show that this measure causes little damage.

If approved by voters, the community college district would be allowed to issue up to $720 million in bonds, charging $25 per $100,000 of assessed property value.

With this measure, the district will use the funds to upgrade classrooms, campus facilities and technology. The district also plans to improve accessibility for students with disabilities and improve campus safety.

Brea Olinda Unified School District Measure H

The first results showed that this measure was approved.

If passed, the measure would allow the school district to issue up to $160 million in bonds. Measure H would charge $39 per $100,000 of assessed property value to pay off the debt with interest.

Santa Ana Unified School District Measure I

Early voting results show Measure I is on track to win.

The Santa Ana Unified School District hopes to make some upgrades and replace old temporary classrooms with permanent ones, renovate campus buildings, introduce more learning technology and more.

If approved, the county would issue and sell up to $355 million in bonds, charging about $28 per $100,000 of assessed property value.

Tustin Unified School District Measure J

Early voting results show voters favor Measure J.

If approved by voters, the measure would issue up to $261 million in bonds, resulting in about $29.85 per $100.00 of assessed property value being levied on future tax bills.

Along with updating outdated facilities, the district says it plans to use the measure to improve classrooms by adding labs, shops and other learning spaces.

Anaheim Union High School District, Measure K

The K rate was ahead in early results.

If passed, the measure would allow the county to issue $496 million in bonds, charging about $30 per $100,000 of assessed property value.

The district is seeking to improve older campuses and remove hazardous materials such as asbestos and lead pipes through Measure K. It also plans to modernize classrooms and replace temporary classrooms with permanent ones. The District will also work to improve safety and security through improved technology and communications systems.

Fullerton Unified Union High School District Measure L

Preliminary results suggested that the measure would be successful, although the difference was small at the time.

If voters approve Measure L, the county would be allowed to sell and issue up to $284 million in bonds, charging $21 per $100,000 of assessed property value.

With this measure, the district plans to use the funds to create school programs such as careers in technical trades, agriculture, auto repair, construction, engineering and medicine. It also aims to modernize campus technology, classrooms and infrastructure.

Buena Park School District, Measure M

Early results indicate that Measure M is on track for approval.

If approved by voters, the county would be authorized to issue $84 million in bonds, charging $30 per $100,000 of assessed property value.

With the funding, the Buena Park School District wants to renovate old classrooms with aging roofing, plumbing and electrical wiring. He also wants to add more permanent classes, replacing the old temporary ones.

Fullerton School District, Measure N

Early voting results show voters supported Measure N, although the margin was slim.

If passed, the county would sell up to $262 million in bonds, charging $30 per $100,000 of assessed property value.

The Fullerton K-8 School District wants to use the funds to open permanent classrooms, create state-of-the-art labs and improve campus safety. Upgrades to plumbing, electrical and air conditioning systems are also on the county’s list.

La Habra City School District, Measure O

Early polls show Measure O holding a significant lead over the no-ballot option.

The bond measure would give the county the ability to sell and issue up to $73 million in bonds, charging $25 per $100,000.

Measure O funds will be used to provide more classrooms, laboratories and other performing arts facilities in the district. The district also intends to use funds for new technology and equipment for playgrounds.

Lowell Unified School District Measure P

Early results show Measure P has a significant lead in voter support.

If the measure passes, voters would authorize $54 million in bonds, levying $30 per $100,000 of assessed property value to go towards campus improvements.

The district plans to replace outdated portable classrooms with permanent ones and create early learning centers as well as career technical education classrooms.